Kyosho F4U CORSAIR 40 User manual

RADIO CONTROLLED ENGINE POWERED SCALE AIRCRAFT
KYOSHO SUPER QUALITY SERIES
F4U CORSAIR 4
0
SPARE PARTS & OPTIONAL PARTS
ASSEMBLY
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
REQUIRED FOR OPERATION
OPERATING YOUR MODEL SAFELY
This radio control model is not a toy!
•First-time builders should seek the advice of experienced modellers
before commencing assembly and if they do not fully understand
any part of the construction.
•Assemble this kit only in places out of children's reach!
•Take care before operating this model.
You are responsible for this model's assembly and safe operation!
•Always keep this instruction manual ready at hand for quick
reference, even after completing the assembly.
©2000 KYOSHO
SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
No.11957
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION: For details concerning the equipment listed below
(size, maker, etc.), check with yourhobby shop.
This model will require a minimum 4 channel radio control
(with 5 standard servos) for aircraft, if having fixed
undercarriage, or 5 channel radio (with 6 standard servos),
if fitting retractable undercarriage.
CAUTION: Only use radio control systems designed foraircraft.
A minimum 4 channel radio control
system for aircraft 12AA-sizebatteries,
either dry cell or NiCd.
Extension Lead x 2
(400mm)
Y- Harness x 1
Read instruction manual supplied with radio control system thoroughly before use.
For retract gearyou will, you will need 5channel radio, 1 retract servo,
1extensioncord.
Engine and Muffler
Model Aircraft Engine
* 2 Stroke .40 ~ .46
4 Stroke .48 ~ .53
Glow Plug
Muffler Adapter
Propeller
Propeller
Fuel Tube
Shock Protecting Foam
Double Side Tape
Scissors Awl
Needle Nose Pliers
Sharp Hobby Knife
Phillips Screwdriver (L, M, S)
Wire Cutters
Drill
Rod and screw
90° Rotating Retractable landing gear set (Hobbico)
For retracting landing gear.
Fuel Filter
Spinner Nut
Engine Starter 12V Battery (for starter)
Other equipment for enhancing aircraft operation & performance
Silicone Glue
Paint
Instant Glue
Glue and Paint
Epoxy Glue (30 minute type)
Glow Plug Wrench
One-touch Plug Heater Set
Fuel Bottle
Model Glow Fuel.
Never use petrol/
gasoline with glow
engines.
Required for engine starting:
2

Read through the manual before you begin, so you will have an overall idea of what to do.
Check all parts. If you find any defective or missing parts, contact your local dealer or our Kyosho Distributor.
Symbols used throughout this instruction manual comprise the following :
Do not overlook this
symbol!
Apply epoxy glue. Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm). Cut off excess.
Apply instant glue
(CA glue, super glue).
Cut off shaded portion.
Ensure smooth non-binding
movement while assembling
Assemble left and right sides
the same way. Must be purchased separately!
Pay close attention here!
The pre-covered film on ARF kits may wrinkle due to
variations of temperature. Smooth out as explained
here.
with cover (cloth)
low setting
Use an iron covered with a cloth,
Start at low setting. Increase the set-
ting if necessary. If it is too high, you
may damage the film.
Align the center line of
main wing with aileron.
Secure aileron hinges with instant glue,
being careful not to glue the wing and
aileron together.
Main Wing
3

Rod Keeper
Rod Adjuster
Must be purchased separately!
2
2
Applyepoxy glue.
Main Wing (Underside)
2x30mm
Main Wing (Underside)
Servo extension code.(400mm over)
Fix with tape.
Main Wing (Underside)
Aileron Servo
Hard wood block mount
for aileron servo.
Included with the radio set.
2x8mm TP Screw
2 x 30mm
Screw
Horn
-—— - 8
4
........... 2
----- 2
Assemble left and right sides
the same way.
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm)
2mm
4

Main Wing
Main Landing Gear
For fixed landing gear.
2.6 x 12mm
Main Landing Gear
For fixed landing gear.
Paint.
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm). Pay close attention here!
Apply epoxy glue.
Assemble left and right sides
the same way,
Do not overlook this symbol!
2 x8mm
TP Screw
--------------14
2.6 x 16mm TP Screw
8
2
4
TP Screw
2.6 x 12mm
Note , ifchoice the retractgear.
A=A'
Securely glue together.lf coming off
during flights, you lose control ofyour aircraft
which leads to accidents!
5

Main Landing Gear
For fixed landing gear.
3 x 4mm
For Retractable landing gear.
Main Landing Gear
3mm
3mmWasher
Eyelet
Washer
3mm
3 x 20mm
Main Landing Gear
For Retractable landing gear.
Assemble left and right sides
the same way. Apply epoxy glue.
Must be purchased separately!
Pay close attention here!
6
L Crank
-- 2
Eyelet
-—------ 2
Screw
............ 2
3 x 20mm
Washer
................ 6
3mm
Nut
—————— 2
Stopper
2
3x4mm
Set Screw
2
4.2mm
Stopper
Silicone tube
4.2mm
Note
, if choice the retract gear.

Main Landing Gear
For Retractable landing gear.
Main Wing
Drill hole on marked point.
approx. 9mm
Fuselage
Drill hole on marked point.
Assemble left and right sides
the same way.
Must be purchased separately!
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm).
Cut off shaded portion.
Pay close attention here!
Apply epoxy glue.
Securely glue together. If coming off during flights,
you lose control of your airplane which leads to accidents!
Included with the radio set.
Paint.
Do not overlook this symbol!
7

Main Wing
4 x 45mm
Screw
4mm
Washer
4 x 45mm
Screw
4mm Washer
———-- 2
4mm
Blind Nut
2
2
A=A'
If coming off during flights, you lose control of your
airplane which leads to accidents!
Apply epoxy glue.
Cut off shaded portion.
Do not overlook this symbol!
B=B'
C=C'
D=D'
Securelygluetogether.Ifthewingseparatesduringflight,
you will lose control of your airplane.
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm).
Pay close attention here!
32mm
Bend
Cut
Vertical / Horizontal Tail (Stabiliser)
Cut away only the film.
8

Rudder / Horizontal Tail (Stabiliser)
Carefully apply
instant glue to both
sides of the hinge,
ensuring free
movement.
Left and right Elevator glue properly.
Engine Mount
For 2 stroke engine.
Align the mark on both mounts
with the mark on the fuselage.
Align the crankshaft of the engine with
the side line.
4 x 20mm
Screw
Engine Mount
4mm
Blind Nut
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm).
Cut off shaded portion.
Apply epoxy glue.
Apply instant glue (CA glue, super glue).
Pay close attention here!
Do not overlook this symbol'
Blind Nut
4mm
4 x 20mm
Screw
------ -4
4
3x4mm
Set Screw
1
2.2mm
Stopper
1
3mm
9

Engine Mount
For 4 stroke engine.
Fuel Tank
3 x 35mm
TP Screw
----1
3 x 35mm
Completed
After confirming the position
(see front view of fuel tank),
insert and tighten the screw.
5mm
12mm
Fuel Tank
Fix with silicon sealant.
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm).
Pay close attention here!
Bend as shown
here.
Engine Mount Blind Nut
4mm
Align the crankshaft of the
engine with the side line.
Align the mark on both mounts
with the mark on the fuselage.
10

Engine Mount
3 x 25mm
3mm
Spring Washer
Spring Washer
3 x 25mm
3mm
4
4
Screw
Spring Washer 3mm Washer
3x25mm
3mm
3mm
Washer
3mm
Nut
Engine Mount
For 4 stroke engine.
Install 4mm Washer to
obtain down thrust.
117mm
Throttle Rod
Use a muffler extension adapter.
(purchase separately)
1.5mm Rod
PP Pipe
3x4mm
Depends on the position of the throttle arm.
2mm Washer
2mm
Nut
Apply epoxy glue.
Pay close attention here!
Must be purchased separately!
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm).
2mm
Nut
1
................. 1
Washer
Set Screw
1
Linkage Stopper
1
Install 4mm Washer to
obtain down thrust.
For 2 stroke engine.
4mm Washer
2
4
Washer
3mm Nut
4
11

Cowling
For 4 stroke engine.
For 2 stroke engine.
Top
If the muffler interfer cowling mount,
cut / file away accordingly.
Dummy Radial Engine
For 4 stroke engine. (Dummy Radial Engine)
3~ 5mm
Cutoffshadedportion.
Must be purchased separately!
Apply epoxy glue.
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm).
Align with the center line on the fuselage.
TP Screw
8
2.6 x 12mmTP
12

Linkage Rod
2x 180mm
Heat-shrink tube
2x170mm
Adjustable rod
Beware of the flame!
RUDDER
Completed
120mm
approx. 120mm approx. 320mm
320mm
approx. 200mm
200mm
Completed
120mm
approx. 120mm
Vertical / Horizontal Tail
2x18mm
Servo
Included with the radio set.
Included with the
radio set.
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm).
Must be purchased separately!
Cut off shaded portion.
Apply instant glue (CA glue, super glue).
Pay close attention here!
2mm Washer
2mm
Nut
2
Rod Keeper
1
Nut
2mm
Washer
1
2mm
1
Set Screw
3 x 4mm
Linkage Stopper
1
........... 2
Rod Adjuster
............ 2
Screw
2x 18mm
2
2 x 30mm
Screw
2x30mm
approx. 410mm
410mm 200mm
approx. 200mm
Be careful not to scorch the
heat-shrink tube!
13

Canopy
Paint.
Decal (Cockpit panel)
For the correct location ofdecals,
please refer to the next clause.
2x8mm
Receiver / Battery
Foam Pad
Move the location of the receiver and battery pack
as needed to obtain the specified CG.
Carefullyinstall the receiver and battery pack to
ensurethattheywill notmove during flight.
Control Surface Movement
CG
90~ 100mm
AILERON
10mm
10mm
RUDDER
30mm
30mm
ELEVATOR
15mm
15mm
•This model aircraft is designed for Intermediate to Experienced fliers. Beginners should seek advice for pre-flight adjustments and assembly
from more experienced fliers. Be aware that flying a badly assembled or badly adjusted aircraft is very dangerous!
•At the start, first-time fliers should always be assisted by an experienced flier and NEVER fly alone!
•This model aircraft is designed to be powered by either a 2 stroke .40 ~ .46 size engine or a 4 stroke .48 ~ .53 size engine. Installing a more
powerful engine than specified or flying this model dangerously could lead to serious injury and/or damage to property.
Cut off shaded portion.
Drill holes with the specified
diameter (here: 2mm). Payclose attention here!
Assemble left and right sides
the same way.
Must be purchased separately!
Do not overlook this symbol!
Adjust the travel of each control surface to the
values in the diagrams.
These values fit general flight capabilities.
Readjust according to your requirements
and flight experience.
Never fly before checking the CG's required position.
Secure foam padding with
rubber bands or tape as required.
2 x 8mm TP Screw
4
14

Decals
11957-04
11957-05
90993
Retractable Gear Cup
Decal
Dummy Radial Engine
x2
2000
200
2500
1600
x1
x1
11957-01
11957-02
11957-03
Main Gear
Canopy
Cowling (FRP)
x1
x1
x2
3500
1500
2500
200
15

The service mentioned below is available only for Japanese market.

Warning!
Pre-Flight Checks
Flying
After Flying
Only fly model aeroplanes in areas
away from houses and places
where people gather. The weight
and speed of your aeroplane make
it a potential hazard. Make sure
that the area around you is clear.
Do not fly your aeroplane if it is a
windy day or there are strong
cross winds.
Always land your airplane into the
wind.
For radio equipment, refer to the
instruction manual included with
your set.
Fill the fuel tank.
Bring your airplane to a halt by
lowering the engine control trim.
After each flight, the engine is hot. Be-
ware of getting burned.
Check that the spinner and the
propeller are securely fastened. By moving the various transmitter
controls, ensure that all control
surfaces move the way you
intend them to.
If the model begins to operate by
itself, there is another transmitter
operating on your frequency. Do
not try to operate your model if
this happens, but change your
transmitter and receiver crystals
to another frequency.
Switch off the receiver.
Move the throttle control stick
on the transmitter and check
that the carburettor opens and
closes easily.
Fully extend
transmitter
aerial.
Switch off the transmitter.
Switch on the transmitter.
To start the engine, set low throttle
on the transmitter and hold the
engine starter against the spinner.
Switch on engine starter.
Draw the remaining fuel out of the tank
and fill it back into the can
Adjust the throttle needle.
Switch on the receiver.
Check that the wings are properly
and firmly affixed. Launch the aeroplane into the wind.
Wipe up any fuel deposits ordirt.
Only use KYOSHO genuine parts.
TEL.[phone]
Never throw burning, gleaming or smoul-
dering things into fuel cans, even if
these happen to be empty. This could
result in serious injury.
Do not fly your airplane above people
standing around.
If the batteries of the radio system
are flat, replace them with new ones.
Immediately disuse defective propellers
as well as deformed spinners.
Do not allow watching people to get too
close to a rotating propeller.
Always regulate the engine from behind,
but never from infront or from the sides,
because a rotating propeller might badly
injure you.
Safety Precautions
Non-observance of this information could lead to serious injury and/or damage to property.
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